2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |