2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (398 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 398 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |