2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 900 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 358 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |