2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Ford ST 460

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford ST 460 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford ST 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2000 Ford ST 460
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express ST 460
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 460 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 178 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2580 mm


 

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