2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 785 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2005 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Studebaker | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2660 mm |
