2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Impala |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |