2005 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Civic and 1998 Suzuki X90 are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | X90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
