2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 264 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |