2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Hilux | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |