2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 210 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |