2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Hilux | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
