2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
