2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |