2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 478 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano 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 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Express | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
