2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 693 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 367 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |