2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1271 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 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
