2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford Ecosport
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado and 2009 Ford Ecosport were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ecosport. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ecosport.
Because 2009 Ford Ecosport 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, 2009 Ford Ecosport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4228 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2490 mm |
