2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 706 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2470 mm |
