2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |