1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Vitara | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
