1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 16 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | E-Series |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3505 mm |