2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1501 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |