2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |