2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | 800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |