2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 703 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. 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 (386 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
