2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1458 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |