2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (488 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
