2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 188 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
