2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 475 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 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 333 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |