1996 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1996 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 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2011 Chrysler 200 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Honda | Chrysler |
Model | Civic | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |