2000 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |