2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 527 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
