2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
