2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 136 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max 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 | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
