1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2001 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
