2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 562 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 233 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |