2002 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1304 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 121 L |
