2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Transporter | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |