2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 2 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 735 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Territory |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
