2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
