2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |