2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | SX4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |