2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1459 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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 2009 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | E-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |