2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1229 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.
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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Express | Ghost |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3294 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |