2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Epica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2490 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
