2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 951 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
