2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |