2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 144 L |
