2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1634 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Explorer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |