2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
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 | 195 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |