2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1614 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 115 L |
