2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
