2001 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2001 Honda Civic and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 188 kg more than 2001 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 Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
