2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
