2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Civic | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
