2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 315 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |