2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4698 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
