2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 338 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |