2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 747 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |