2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 98 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
