2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 787 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
