2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 420 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 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 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 Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
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 Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |