2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 989 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2013 Toyota Avalon
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Avalon
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 264 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 489 Nm 336 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 83 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2579 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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