2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4379 mm |