2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
