2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |