2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |