2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 887 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | K |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
