1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 163 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Flex |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2995 mm |
