2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
