2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
