2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1597 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
