2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |