2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Impian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
