2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1439 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Express | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
