2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
