2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |