1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 9 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. Both 1999 Honda Civic and 2008 Toyota Auris are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 340 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Auris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |