2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1642 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 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 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-350 |
| 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 | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 115 L |
