1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 8 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
