2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 46 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 564 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1638 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |