1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 934 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Juke |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
