2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
