2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
