2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1745 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 391 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |