2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
