2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1344 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 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (400 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
