2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2610 mm |
