2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Samurai 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 232 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |