2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
