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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

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 4300 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 193 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 48 L


 

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