1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
