2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 154 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 219 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Camry 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 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
