2010 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Civic | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Cruze |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |