2008 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Equator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |