2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 885 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |