2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 330 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
