2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3260 mm |
