1996 Honda Civic vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1872 mm |
