2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 46 L |
