2000 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda City has manual transmission. 2004 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | City |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |