2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan HyperMini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan HyperMini would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan HyperMini weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
