2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Kia Cerato

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Express and 2004 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1342 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2004 Kia Cerato
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Express Cerato
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 143 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2620 mm


 

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