2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | E-350 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
