2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
