2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
