2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota FXS 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 113 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 841 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (441 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS 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 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | FXS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
