2000 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 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 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |