2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Silverado | Lancer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |