2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
