2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
