2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
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 Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ikon 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 | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
