2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | SX4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |