2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Titan. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1164 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |
