2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
