2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3050 mm |
