2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |