2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 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 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 150 L |
