2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |