2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 129 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |