2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Edge |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |