2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Flex. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Flex |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |