2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |