2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 218 kg more than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |