2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
