2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1436 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
