2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 86 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 995 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |