2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Express and 2011 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.

Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Express 2011 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Express Civic
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6600 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 138 HP
Torque 711 Nm 174 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 2012 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1460 mm


 

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