2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ginetta G34 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 739 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2005 Ginetta G34 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 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Express | G34 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1050 mm |
