2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1569 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |