2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 914 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Orlando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |