2004 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | X90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
