2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | iQ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
