2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
