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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 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 67 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 (320 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). 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 | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |