2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 5 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
