2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 701 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (475 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
