2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 | 2009 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Express | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
