2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 262 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.
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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |