2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 1999 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Civic
Year Released 2005 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 124 Nm
Vehicle Weight 2366 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2630 mm