2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |