2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 877 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (400 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
