2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2800 mm |
