2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |