2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
