2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
