1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 727 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Express |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |