2005 Tata E vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2005 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata E has manual transmission. 2005 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata E | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3429 mm |
