2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vivant | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
