2008 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
