2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Holden Epica
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Holden Epica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Epica (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Epica should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Holden Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Holden Epica (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Holden Epica has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Holden Epica | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Epica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
