2012 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Avalon | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |