2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 499 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |