2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1954 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Express | D8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2310 mm |