2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |