2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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 Pilot, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |