2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1432 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |