2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 498 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |