2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Geely CK

To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 3 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Civic 2012 Geely CK
Make Honda Geely
Model Civic CK
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1342 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 69 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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