2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2001 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 2001 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Civic
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 153 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2580 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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