2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2006 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
