2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Yaris | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
