2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
