2000 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 378 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 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |