2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
