2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 866 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
