2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Silverado and 2003 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3050 mm |