2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 115 L |
