2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |