2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Camry. 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 (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
