2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
