2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1534 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Ikon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 1050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |