2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 162 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 54 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |