2012 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, both 2012 Honda Civic and 2012 Scion iQ were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion iQ.
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 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Civic | 2012 Scion iQ | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | iQ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |