2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1452 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5000 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |