2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | CT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
