1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Nissan Titan.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3560 mm |
