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 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 | 4300 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1780 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 | 100 L |