1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 819 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
