2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
