2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
