2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Prius V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |