2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |