1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 312 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
