2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 263 kg more than 2012 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
