2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 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 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 191 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 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
