2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
