2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 201 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
