2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |