2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2010 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, both vehicles can yield 498 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |