2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
