2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 154 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2960 mm |