2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |