2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1644 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Splash |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2360 mm |
