2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150. 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 2013 Ford F-150. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |