1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2838 mm |
