2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5300 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |