2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 137 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
