2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 Honda Civic (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
