2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |