1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | Vitara |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |