2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4250 mm |
