2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 197 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avensis | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
