2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall 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 147 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
