2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 100 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Caliber |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |