2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Silverado | D3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
