1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 14 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Traverse |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |