2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 851 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna 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 Sienna (328 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3298 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
