2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Allion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2710 mm |