2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
