2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
