2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 479 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
