2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 828 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
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 | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |