2007 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Jimny | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Jimny | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
