2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 1991 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Camry
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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