2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 180 L |
