2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 2 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 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2064 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.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Civic | H1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 195 L |
