2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Silverado Golf
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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