2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 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 1,390 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 85 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
