2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (200 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
