2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2006 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. 2006 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |