2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 288 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |