1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
