2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
