2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Equus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
