2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. Both 2008 Honda Civic and 2001 Toyota MR2 are equipped with a 1,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2001 Toyota MR2 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 2001 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |