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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 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 566 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |