2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Hilux | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
