2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Edge |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |