2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |