1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |
