2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1237 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |