2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 (489 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2650 mm |
