2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | RAV4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4456 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |