2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Ford TE-50

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 719 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.

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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express TE-50
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 4940 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 193 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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