2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3030 mm |
