2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
