2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 404 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2011 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avalon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
