2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 407 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
