2008 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Civic
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 196 km/hour 207 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1154 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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