2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 636 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
