2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Territory |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
