2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saleen |
| Model | Express | S7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2692 mm |
