2000 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1412 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 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |