2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Aygo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
