2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Artic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
