2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
