2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |