1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Intrepid | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
