2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |