2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |