2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1678 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (476 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-250 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-250 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 516 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 129 L |