2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
