2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
