2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Odyssey, 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 (498 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |