2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3050 mm |
