2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
