2003 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1065 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 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |