2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 84 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 961 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |