1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3210 mm |
