2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 639 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2840 mm |
