2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
