2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Brevis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
