2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1911 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |