2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Highlander |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |