1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3560 mm |
