2012 Fiat Sedici vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Sedici | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Sedici | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1305 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
