2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
