2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1061 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 Silverado 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 Silverado. 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 5300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |