2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 48 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 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
