2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 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. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |