2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
