2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (128 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 473 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
