2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |