2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1752 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | E-Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 250 L |