2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Optra | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |