2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2630 mm |
