1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Expedition |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |