2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 806 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2001 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
