1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. 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 Flex, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Flex |
| 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 | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2995 mm |
