2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 867 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |