2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Holden Epica
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Express and 2012 Holden Epica were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Holden Epica. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Epica.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Epica, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Epica. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Epica. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Epica has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Epica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Holden Epica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Epica |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 711 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2700 mm |