2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. 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 2007 Ford Fusion. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fusion 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 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
