2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 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 | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |