2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 849 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 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 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |