2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2. 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 (386 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
