2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 37 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |