2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |