2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5408 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |