2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |