2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
