2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo 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 111 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Echo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
