2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |