2000 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Nitro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |