2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express and 2005 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1494 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1043 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
