2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1295 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |