2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Tundra | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |