2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Express | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2310 mm |
