2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,493 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 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 (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
