2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1098 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
