2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ.

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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 2008 Toyota iQ
Make Honda Toyota
Model Civic iQ
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1329 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 2985 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 32 L


 

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