2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (179 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |