1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
