2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Vitz |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |