2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb. 2007 Skoda Superb 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. 2007 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2810 mm |
