2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 982 kg more than 2006 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
