2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
