1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 572 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Edge |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2824 mm |
