2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 38 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
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 | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |