2003 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
