2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. Both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Lexus SC are equipped with a 4,293 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2630 mm |