2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 115 L |
