2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
