2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 209 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |