1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |