1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
