2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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 (489 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
