2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 732 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Econovan | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3023 mm |
