1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
