2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 691 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3298 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
