2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 172 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.4 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
