2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-150 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |