2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 322 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | iQ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |