2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Silverado | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
