2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |