2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Sedici |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |