1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 301 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Equus |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3045 mm |