2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 1994 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Accord
Year Released 2006 1994
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5324 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1390 mm


 

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