2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Silverado Equinox
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 3350 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 312 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 68 L


 

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