2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |