Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.5 in | -6.2 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 187.8 in | -11.1 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 72.5 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.3 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3944 lb. | -1032 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.8 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 54.6 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.3 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 51.1 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.9 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -19.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -51.7 ft3 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |