1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3320 mm |
