2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 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 2004 Honda Odyssey. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |