2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 551 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
