2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 178 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
