2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford EDGE. 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
