2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
