2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 146 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
