2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
