2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 942 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Uplander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |