2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |