1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 205 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.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | RunX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
