2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | RunX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
