2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP) has 265 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |