2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |