2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |