2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
