2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
