2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 2006 Honda Civic. 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |