2011 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
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 Splash. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Splash would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Splash |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |