2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 864 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
