2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
