1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
