2010 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 417 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Civic | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Civic | Equinox |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 71 L |