2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |