2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 567 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.

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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2005 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Accord
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2204 cc
Horse Power 285 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L