2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 57 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) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
