Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Honda Civic | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.3 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 176.7 in | 27.7 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 69.0 in | 3 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 56.5 in | 15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 2628 lb. | 1842 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 11.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 53.7 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 51.9 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 42.2 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.4 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 52.4 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 51.0 in | 10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 34.6 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 12.0 | 62.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 124.5 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review |