2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2010 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Corolla
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 323 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 507 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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