2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
