2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Prizm | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |