2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Sienna | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
