2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2008 Toyota Tundra, 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |