2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline 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 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1250 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3510 mm |
