2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 7 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Civic | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
