2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Lexus LS

To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 890 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2012 Lexus LS
Make Chevrolet Lexus
Model Express LS
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4818 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 521 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2360 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 5179 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 3091 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 84 L


 

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