2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 2011 Honda Civic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avensis | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
