2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
