2002 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Civic 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Civic Silverado
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 157 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1264 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5850 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 98 L