2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
