2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |