2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |