2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1529 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 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 148 L |
