2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |