2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1501 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
