2001 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 744 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |