2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 120 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
