2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3490 mm |
