Honda Civic 2007 vs Toyota Corolla 2007

 
Honda Civic
2007 - 2008
Toyota Corolla
2007 - 2010
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: AutomaticManual
Engine: 1.3 Petrol1.4 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 83 HP97 HP
Torque: 119 NM130 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.6 seconds13 seconds
Toyota Corolla is a more dynamic driving.
Honda Civic engine produces 14 HP less power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 11 NM less than Toyota Corolla. Due to the lower power, Honda Civic reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data6.7
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres55 litres

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 380'000 km280'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Honda Civic engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 23 years10 years
Engine spread: Used also on Honda InsightUsed also on Toyota Auris
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Honda Civic might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.25 m4.54 m
Width: 1.77 m1.76 m
Height: 1.46 m1.47 m
Honda Civic is 30 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, width is practically the same , while the height of Honda Civic is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 485 litres450 litres
Honda Civic has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Honda Civic has 35 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. The Toyota Corolla may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 11 meters10 meters
The turning circle of the Honda Civic is 1 metres more than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means Honda Civic can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`6501`735
Safety:
Quality:
above average

high
Toyota Corolla has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Honda Civic has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Toyota Corolla, so Toyota Corolla quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 18003000
Pros and Cons: Honda Civic has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
Toyota Corolla has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
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