2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 452 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |