2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Express and 2004 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 943 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (488 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |