2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 6 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Silverado | RDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |