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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 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. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 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 | 4802 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |