2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
