2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1570 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |