2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
