2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Soarer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |