2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
