2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2012 Dodge Journey 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. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
