2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2007 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 (400 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2354 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
