2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Sedici | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Sedici | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |