2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Aygo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |