2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 751 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | APV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2800 mm |
