1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 448 kg more than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
