2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 399 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (408 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Express 2006 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Civic
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1803 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 140 HP
Torque 408 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 15 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2660 mm