2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 983 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |