2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
