2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
