1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
