2002 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Ipsum | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Ipsum | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |