2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Express | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
