2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
