1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4606 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 | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
