1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 13 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Express | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2751 mm |
