2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1251 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |
