2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
