2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 98 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |