2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 114 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |