2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |