2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |