2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Silverado |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
