2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 10 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 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 88 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 150 L |
