2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
