2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 842 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Matrix, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
