2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 (399 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Express Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 3979 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 172 HP
Torque 399 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 14.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 72 L


 

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