2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Corolla, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
