2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 6100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
