2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
