2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Expedition |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |