2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Razor weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Dodge Razor 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 2002 Dodge Razor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Razor 2004 Honda Civic
Make Dodge Honda
Model Razor Civic
Year Released 2002 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 141 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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