2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 115 L |