1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 713 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2776 mm |
