2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2008 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Accord
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2579 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L