2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 249 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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |