2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford F-150
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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |
