2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
