2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 443 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Ignis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |