2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 691 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 4Runner (382 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |