2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
When we compare the 2006 Ford F-150's and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and resale value. The 2006 Ford F-150 and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Ford F-150's and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford F-150 is a better car than the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pricing
A used 2006 Ford F-150 ranges from $4,986 to $14,260 while a used 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is priced between $5,230 to $16,338.
2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 31 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Ford F-150.
2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 4 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the Ford F-150 is ranked 7 and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is ranked 12.
2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-150.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 202 horsepower, and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 195 horsepower. Both the F-150 and the Silverado 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 494 and 520 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Ford F-150 and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2006 Ford F-150 and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2006 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 66, 67, 78, 78.8, and 97.4 inches, and the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2006 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.30 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4986 - 14260
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5230 - 16338
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
66 inches, 67 inches, 78 inches, 78.8 inches, 97.4 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
FX4, Harley-Davidson, King Ranch, Lariat, STX, XL, XLT
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
LS, LS2, LT1, LT2, LT3, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
202 hp @ 4350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2400 lbs
Max Payload:
1830 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8400 lbs
Max Payload:
1889 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4615 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
73.5 inches
Length:
211.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
205.7 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17