2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 444 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |