2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 857 kg more than 1997 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | GS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |