2001 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 264 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 426 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |