2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Kia Elan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Elan 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) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Kia Elan. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Elan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
