2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 269 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
