2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |