2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2012 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
