2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |