2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |