2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
