2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 2003 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |