2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry. 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, 2002 Toyota Camry, 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2002 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Camry
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1460 kg
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L