2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Silverado | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
