2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6599 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3440 mm |
