2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 446 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2006 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Accord
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2360 cc
Horse Power 285 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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