2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |