2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 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.

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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 2008 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Civic
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1491 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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