2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 344 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
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 | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |