2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2004 Suzuki Verona has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Verona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
