2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 GMC Savana.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (441 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
