2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
