Revit and AutoCAD have some differences as well as various key
similarities. In regards to the similarities, Revit and AutoCAD share 2D drawing,
3D drawing, and rendering. The interface and tools differ but the essence and
the end result of the design is the same. Overall, AutoCAD is excellent for 2D
drawing while Revit is excellent for modeling, and generating cost schedules.
Relating Revit and AutoCAD it is essential to point out the differences between
those two programs. The main difference can be summed up through Building
Information Modeling. Revit uses drawing armed with real life information. This
information is key for example for the generation of cost schedules. Also,
Revit modifies the drawings in different views, so if you make a change in a
certain view all views will get changed as well.
Revit and
ArchiCAD also have various similarities and differences. ArchiCAD was classified
as an easier program to deal with once the structure gets complicated. ArchiCAD
also runs with OSX, and is primarily designed for architects. Revit on the
other hand is widely supported and there are extensive books and tutorials to
follow from. Also, Revit is meant for architecture, but it can also be used by
the structural and MEP trades.
Something
interesting that has to be taken into consideration is the fact that some
people have been working with AutoCAD for over 20 years. Revit is a relatively
new program compared to AutoCAD. The transition must be hard to get used to. I
can only imagine using AutoCAD for 20 years and then being introduced into a
new program with different tools and different drawing formats. I would be
reluctant to switch programs, and this I assume is a dilemma that a lot of
professionals face when discussing about new technologies. Fortunately now
since there are extensive tutorials and books teaching how to use the program
the learning curve is not that bad. Definitely each modeling and drawing
program has its own benefits. Familiarizing with the different programs is just
a matter of playing around with different tutorials and with the different
commands on the program itself.
Comments:
Adrian Kuzniarowicz: Your post gives a concise comparison of
AutoCAD and Revit. Revit certainly makes it easier to draw quickly floors,
walls, roofs, and sections as well as provide material properties for each
element stated previously. I agree with your last comment. Now a day, for BIM
to fully work as intended all trades have to communicate effectively. If all
parties fail to communicate or to participate, this can diminish the power of
BIM.
Laura Hill: I enjoyed reading your post. I especially
enjoyed how you described one aspect of a program and then used a different
aspect to transition cleanly with your comparison. From your post it is easy to
understand what were the key aspects of each program. Also, you clearly
describe what aspects of a program stand out making one program more desirable
than the other.
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