2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1396 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
