2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 548 kg more than 2000 Honda City. 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
