2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 415 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
