2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RunX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |