2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | XR 8 Xplod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
