2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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 195 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Orlando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |