2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Transit Connect | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4010 mm |