2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 320 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.
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 Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
