2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
