2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2694 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |