2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Ellypse (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Ellypse should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
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, 2002 Renault Ellypse (191 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Ellypse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2002 Renault Ellypse has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Ellypse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
