2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
