2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1737 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 115 L |