2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |