2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1117 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-150 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |