2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 9 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Spark |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
