2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 799 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, 2011 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |