2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (353 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
