2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 946 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Blackhawk | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3940 mm |