2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3001 mm |
