2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 90 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 Suzuki Grand 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand 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 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
