2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 (328 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |