2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1462 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |