2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
