1994 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
