2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Express | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |