2002 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 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 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
