2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | LW |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
