2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 786 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2005 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |