2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |