2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
