2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (200 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |