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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 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 1211 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 (400 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 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 | 4800 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
