2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion.
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, 2001 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Allion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |