2011 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 362 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 RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Toyota RAV4 2012 Honda Civic
Make Toyota Honda
Model RAV4 Civic
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 179 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1198 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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