2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express RAV4
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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