2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Airflite | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
