2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 106 L |