2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 298 kg more than 2013 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 (386 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
