2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2005 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |