2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |