2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
