2003 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
