2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 13 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
