2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1238 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 2011 Dodge Durango 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 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Durango |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
