2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause 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 93 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Applause |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
