2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 2003 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Accord
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L