2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 246 kg more than 2010 Ford Flex. 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 2010 Ford Flex. 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 (515 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Flex |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |