2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |