1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 869 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3370 mm |