2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 573 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |