2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3490 mm |