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 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 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 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 3 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 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). 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 4800 cc 1797 cc
Horse Power 285 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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