2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 44 L |
