2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
