2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 122 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
