1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3645 mm |
