2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |
