2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 124 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |