2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1294 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
