2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 195 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
